Summary
Jami Floyd, a Democratic candidate in New York's 12th Congressional District, argues that her party should not focus only on opposing President Donald Trump. She believes Democrats need a clear plan and platform to succeed in the upcoming midterm elections, rather than relying on anti-Trump sentiments alone.
Key Facts
- Jami Floyd is running to succeed Jerry Nadler in New York's 12th Congressional District.
- The district race includes several candidates, such as George Conway and Jack Schlossberg.
- Floyd criticizes the Democratic Party for focusing too much on opposing President Trump without a clear plan or platform.
- She doubts a significant Democratic victory, called a "blue wave," will occur in the midterms.
- The upcoming 2026 midterms allow Democrats to try to regain seats lost when Republicans won control in 2024.
- Floyd emphasizes the need to address local issues that matter to voters rather than focusing solely on national politics.
- She plans to hold town halls to discuss local issues with community leaders.
- The Cook Political Report recently shifted predictions for several House races in favor of Democrats.
